Rajya Sabha Member Dr Ashok Mittal launched a short tribute film titled Ek Mutthi Gulaal on the occasion of Holi, urging citizens to remember the country’s fallen soldiers while celebrating the festival of colours.
According to information shared during the launch, the film portrays a fictional conversation between a young girl and her father, depicted as an Army officer. Through their dialogue about the colour red, the narrative contrasts its festive symbolism with its deeper association with sacrifice and service in the armed forces. The film highlights the contribution of soldiers and reflects on the emotional cost borne by their families.
Speaking at the release, Mittal appealed to people to offer a symbolic handful of red gulaal in memory of martyrs during Holi celebrations. He said that while festivals bring happiness to most families, they can also become moments of remembrance for those who have lost loved ones in the service of the nation. He called upon citizens to celebrate Holi with gratitude towards members of the armed forces.
At the Lovely Professional University campus, students and faculty members marked the occasion by releasing red gulaal and observing a brief moment of silence in honour of soldiers who laid down their lives for the country. University representatives said the initiative was meant to pay tribute to the armed forces and encourage students to reflect on the values of national service and sacrifice